The emotional sting of losing two players as beloved as Jarrett Jack and Carl Landry won't soon subside for the Golden State Warriors. But because of the Dubs' offseason moves and their potential for organic growth, the on-court product won't suffer at all in 2013-14.
In fact, Golden State is probably going to be even better without Jack and Landry.
The Intangibles
Stuff like this is always impossible to quantify, but the Warriors' interpersonal chemistry could take a hit—at least initially—next season. That's because Jack and Landry were key pieces in one of the NBA's most unified locker rooms.
Good guys, great citizens and consummate competitors, Jack and Landry were in the midst of most of the good vibes in Oracle Arena last season.
When Golden State's vets hazed then-rookie Kent Bazemore by filling his car up with popcorn, Jack was right in the thick of it.
And on the floor, Jack had a real talent for leading emotional charges. He hit more big shots and late-game stunners than any Warrior other than Stephen Curry last season.
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Article written by Grant Hughes
How Much Will Golden State Warriors Miss Jarrett Jack and Carl Landry?
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